Chen Xi found the excuse rather flimsy, and immediately threatened, "Still not willing to tell the truth? Don't blame me when things get ugly." With that, he made to drag Jiang Yao into the car, intending to take him to the police for interrogation.
However, Gu Zi stopped him, her voice calm yet firm. "I don't think he's lying. Chen Xi, take him inside. I have many questions that need his answers."
After all, standing outside wasn't the place for serious conversation.
Chen Xi, though skeptical, followed Gu Zi's instructions, pushing Jiang Yao inside.
To his surprise, Jiang Yao, though apprehensive, was unusually cooperative. It had been years since anyone had taken him seriously. For the first time in ages, someone believed his words.
As he was ushered into the yard, he finally spoke up, his voice low. "What do you want to know?"
